Reindeer Ornaments

crayola supplies

• Paint Brushes
• Markers
• Washable Kid's Paint
• No-Run School Glue
• Glitter Glue

household supplies

• recycled newspaper
• yarn
• craft sticks
• Hallmark ribbon (optional)
• clothespins (straight)
• craft eyes (optional)
• container(s) of water

Why

The winter season comes to life with these reindeer ornaments. Children see things in new ways and gain spatial skills as they turn everyday objects into cherished holiday decorations.

Steps

1. 1. Spread recycled newspaper over your work area.
2. 2. For clothespin reindeer: Glue two straight clothespins together, top end to top end, with Crayola® School Glue. Dry overnight.
3. 3. Paint clothespins with brown Crayola Washable Tempera or Multicultural Paint. Dry.
4. 4. Draw eyes and noses with Crayola Washable Markers or glue on craft features.
5. 5. Glue two craft sticks together in a V. Glue a third stick across the V about 1/4th of the way up. Paint reindeer brown if you like. Dry.
6. 6. Decorate with markers and Crayola Glitter Glue.
7. 7. Attach ribbon or yarn for hanging.

When & Where

"These reindeer are really different. The kids remembered many holiday stories about these fascinating animals."
- Cole H., scout leader.

"We are always looking for winter crafts like this that tie in with children's literature."
- Abdul T., neighborhood center volunteer.

Interesting Info

Donner, one of the eight reindeer in the Clement Moore poem, "A Visit from St. Nicholas" ('Twas the Night Before Christmas...) was called DonDer in the original manuscript.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.

Wood—By its nature, wood is rough and may contain splinters or sharp points

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